Sandia Mountains, Mountain range in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, US
The Sandia Mountains form a north-south ridge with two major summits, reaching an elevation of 10,678 feet at Sandia Crest.
Archaeological findings indicate that Sandia Cave within the mountain range contained human settlements dating back more than 10,000 years.
The Spanish name Sandia, meaning watermelon, refers to the mountain's pink granite faces that display a reddish color during sunset hours.
The Sandia Peak Tramway carries visitors 4,000 feet up the mountain slope, providing access to hiking trails and recreational areas.
The mountains contain distinct ecological zones, transitioning from desert grasslands at the base to alpine meadows with Engelmann spruce at higher elevations.
Location: New Mexico
GPS coordinates: 35.21002,-106.44962
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
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